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13 notes

2021

Faethm / Fingers Crossed Unanswered Prayers Rosé

California · Central Coast

This was a very confusing wine for me. Comes off like an ultra-modern and really, really ripe Pinot Noir. from like.Texas. Muddled strawberry, menthol, spice, and a powerful medicinal cough syrup…

Reviewed 6 October 2025
2023

Morisoli Vineyard Clementine Rosé

Napa Valley · Rutherford

This is both exquisitely balanced and super fun, with notable pick-me-up and a sense of real depth. Medium in body but carrying a remarkable concentration that still stays vibrant and fresh, this…

Reviewed 28 February 2025
NV

Bouvet-Ladubay Brut Rosé

Anjou-Saumur · Saumur

Light strawberry and watermelon notes. Medium weight with an off-dry, shorter finish. Paired fine with oysters.

Reviewed 15 October 2018
2016

Two Old Dogs Rosé

California · Napa Valley

Pretty much a, "Why even bother?!" type of Rose. Grapefruit water.

Reviewed 24 February 2018
2015

Robert Mondavi Winery Rosé

Central Valley · Lodi

Rose is a rose is a rose. Watermelon, light orange citrus, and some faint strawberry. Came off a little watery and light for my preference. I preferred the Fume Blanc served alongside it.

Reviewed 15 July 2017
NV

Marquès de Gelida Cava Brut Rosé

Spain · Cava

This was a suitable starter before the meal. One note for sure, but the note that it displayed was decent enough. Strawberry, grapefruit, apple, and a hint of straw. Fairly plush and round on the…

Reviewed 5 June 2017
2015

Booker Vineyard Pink

Central Coast · Paso Robles

Lost and instantly forgettable...

Reviewed 8 April 2017
2016

L'Aventure Estate Rosé

Central Coast · Paso Robles Willow Creek District

Good for what it is. Started off the L'Aventure lineup as expected, with a refreshing kick of strawberry, watermelon, and hints of citrus and minerality. A little more body than a lot of wines in its…

Reviewed 8 April 2017
2011

Frank Family Vineyards Brut Rosé Sparkling

California · Napa Valley

This was universally #3 out of three sparklers tasted side-by-side (#1 was a Thienot Champagne, #2 was a 2007 Schramsberg Reserve).

Reviewed 24 November 2016
2014

Stephen & Walker Trust Winery Limited Posy Rose

California · Sonoma County

Served from magnum. A nice enough drink. Light strawberry and citrus notes. Not overly complex or layered in any way that I could discern. A little thin, even for a rose.

Reviewed 6 August 2016
2015

Del Dotto Rosé Sonoma Coast

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

Notes of watermelon, strawberry, and rhubarb. Light and straightforward. Not overly watery or too thin; mid-palate was light-to-medium bodied, filling in somewhat on the back end. Acidity was…

Reviewed 18 June 2016
2011

Frank Family Vineyards Brut Rosé Sparkling

California · Napa Valley

A fun wine, pairing nicely with some rich, cheesy appetizers. Notes of blood orange, cranberry-apple crisp, dried apricot, flint, and talc. The finish was exceptionally dry and a little distracting,…

Reviewed 1 January 2016